Summer Slows, But Andiamo Grows

Summer Slows, But Andiamo Grows. July in review blog post by Andiamo Business Assistance. Bingley based Virtual Assistant and Support Expert for Small Businesses and the Self-Employed.

Well, July is over… and that means only one thing: the school holidays have well and truly begun!

If you're anything like me, the school holidays bring a bit of a double-edged sword. On the plus side, my drive back from wild swimming (yes, I’ve become that person!) has gone from 15–20 minutes to less than five. No school-run traffic. No commuter chaos. Just a peaceful early morning glide through the lanes of Bingley – and a far less rushed start to the day.

But on the down side… work has definitely slowed down.

At first, that lull always brings a bit of a panic. For many self-employed people and small business owners, quieter periods can feel unsettling. But here’s the thing: slowing down doesn’t mean standing still.

In fact, the slower pace has given me something I’ve needed for a while – space to finally act on plans I’ve been mulling over for months.

Here’s what I’ve been up to behind the scenes:

✅ I’ve signed up for a marathon. No turning back now! Personal goals matter just as much as business ones.

✅ I’ve developed a brand-new product – set to launch in September (watch this space).

✅ I’ve expanded my podcast reach, now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other major platforms. You’ll find great chats with brilliant self-employed guests sharing what it’s really like to run a business.

✅ I’ve reviewed and revamped my website, giving the SEO and accessibility a major glow-up. It's not glamorous, but it's so important for making sure people can find and use your services.

✅ I’ve been a guest on two podcasts, spreading the word about how vital tailored self-employed support can be.

✅ I’ve attended some new networking events, there are fabulous opportunities to grow your reach right here in Yorkshire.

✅ I’ve welcomed two new customers into the Andiamo fold. It’s always a joy to partner with passionate small business owners and find ways to lighten their workload.

✅ And – perhaps most exciting of all – I’m absolutely thrilled to share that Andiamo Business Assistance has won the Yorkshire Prestige Awards 2025 Virtual Support Service of the Year category! I can’t wait for the award ceremony in December – such an exciting milestone! 🎉

So yes, the pace might have dipped. But Andiamo has definitely been moving forward.

If you're a small business owner or self-employed and you’ve felt that July slowdown too, maybe now’s the perfect time to revisit your own back-burner plans. Need help getting them over the line? That’s exactly what I’m here for.

Based in beautiful Bingley, Andiamo Business Assistance offers bespoke support for business owners who want a steady, reliable, and proactive Virtual Assistant by their side. Whether it’s help with admin, comms, planning, or bouncing around ideas – I’m your Support Expert.

Let’s make the most of this quiet spell – and get you ready to hit the ground running come September.

Here’s to a productive pause –Andiamo!